To advance the profession of human resource management in governmental entities by promoting matters of mutual interest and providing a closer working relationship so that there may be improvement in government and administration.

Mission:To promote the improvement of all aspects dealing with Human Resources in South Dakota through information sharing and consolidated training with a special emphasis on assisting smaller communities and to take an active part in legislation that may affect the governmental entities of the state through the South Dakota Municipal League.

Membership requirements:include any active municipal government employee who has any human resource or related responsibilities to include but are not limited to Recruiting, Compensation, ADA, Payroll, Risk Management, Training, Union Negotiations, Grievances, legal interpretations and Safety. Annual dues were set at $25/per member per calendar year.